Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses

Ray-Ban is a globally recognized brand originally founded in 1936 by the American company Bausch & Lomb in Rochester, New York. The brand gained fame for developing functional eyewear for pilots, leading to the creation of the iconic Aviator and later the Wayfarer styles. The Clubmaster, featured in the image, was introduced in the 1980s as a "browline" frame design and has since become one of the brand's most defining and timeless models.

In 1999, the brand was acquired by the Italian eyewear giant Luxottica Group. Today, Ray-Ban is part of the EssilorLuxottica portfolio, following the 2018 merger between Luxottica and the French lens manufacturer Essilor. Ownership is overseen by the Del Vecchio family's holding company, Delfin Sarl.

Manufacturing for the Ray-Ban Clubmaster occurs in multiple locations. Historically, production was centered in Italy, but the brand has expanded its footprint to include facilities in China. High-end and classic models are still predominantly produced in Italy to maintain the "Made in Italy" prestige, though authentic pairs are frequently produced in China using identical machinery and quality standards.